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The Isaac Project
by Sarah Monzon
Christian Contemporary Romance
Paperback & ebook, 288 Pages
September 1st 2015 by Radiant PublicationsPaperback & ebook, 288 Pages
Summary
If love couldn't keep his parents together, Luke Masterson wonders what will make a marriage last. He decides to steer clear of all women—especially crazy ones like Becky Sawyer, who employs a friend to find her a husband. But when he feels the dogged promptings of the Holy Spirit to move across the country and marry a complete stranger, it seems love has little to do with it anyway.
With commitment their only foundation, and love constantly thwarted, can an arranged marriage find happiness in the twenty-first century?
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My Review
THE ISAAC PROJECT was an inspirational story about an independent woman who wants to give her grandfather, also the man who raised her, his dying wish. She decides to apply the story of Rebekah and Isaac from the Bible almost literally, sending her friend off to find her a husband. The story started off going back and forth between Becky's and Luke's point of views, giving them some background before they ever meet. There was plenty of chemistry, a little danger, some inspirational moments, and things that these two characters had to work through to find their happily ever after. Definitely a unique story for those who read inspirational romance.
Becky is a sweetheart through and through. A little naive, for sure, but also with the best intentions. She's good at what she does. Luke was a great guy. Hard working and caring. They were a great match, although I felt like Becky didn't hold her end even half as much as Luke did, so it felt a little unbalanced. Regardless, I liked them both and the way they slowly developed their relationship, especially with all the effort Luke put into things.
I have a favorite quote from the book. It's short, but I think very true:
For me this was an okay read with a unique, if a little crazy, romantic situation and a great leading man that won over the book for me.
Content: Some violence and innuendo, but would consider it clean
Source: I received a complimentary copy for review from the tour host for review purpose and also purchased a Kindle copy (while free), which did not affect my review in any way.
Becky is a sweetheart through and through. A little naive, for sure, but also with the best intentions. She's good at what she does. Luke was a great guy. Hard working and caring. They were a great match, although I felt like Becky didn't hold her end even half as much as Luke did, so it felt a little unbalanced. Regardless, I liked them both and the way they slowly developed their relationship, especially with all the effort Luke put into things.
I have a favorite quote from the book. It's short, but I think very true:
Love is a choice.The beginning of the story was a little slow for me, but it began picking up once Becky and Luke started interacting with each other. There were some parts that didn't quite flow or where I wanted more depth or characterization (especially in the secondary characters), but of course the unique romantic situation drove me forward. The suspense part of it and danger felt a little out of place since it was kind of thrown in and didn't necessarily need to be there. Then the inspirational moments sometimes came off a little forced or preachy, but for many readers this won't be an issue.
For me this was an okay read with a unique, if a little crazy, romantic situation and a great leading man that won over the book for me.
Content: Some violence and innuendo, but would consider it clean
Source: I received a complimentary copy for review from the tour host for review purpose and also purchased a Kindle copy (while free), which did not affect my review in any way.
About the Author
Sarah Monzon is a pastor's wife and a stay at home mom of two small children. She has a bachelor's degree in elementary education from Southern Adventist University. Sarah is a member of American Christian Fiction Writers (ACFW). The Isaac Project is her debut novel.
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